Makerere Innovation & Incubation Center

Empower Innovators to build scalable enterprises. Drive job creation through innovation, incubation, & commercialization. MIIC is a partnership of MoFPED & MaK.

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🚀 Looking for investment, partnerships, or your next big opportunity?

Join the Ecosystem & Alumni Exchange – Investment Edition on Friday, 26th June 2026, from 3:00 PM to 6:30 PM at Fairway Hotel.

Register now🔗 https://t.co/PnGzqHqMJa

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#ThrowbackThursday

The Inclusive Speech Technology Innovation Sprint Demo Day showcased how ASR technologies can be adapted to recognize non-standard speech in local Ugandan languages, bringing us closer to a more inclusive future for persons with speech impairments.

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#HappyMartyrsDay! 🇺🇬

Today we honor the courage, faith & sacrifice of the Uganda Martyrs. Their faith reminds us to stand firm in our beliefs, serve with integrity, and stay committed to a greater purpose. May their resilience inspire us all.

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[Makerere Innovation & Incubation Center @miic_ug]

#HappyNewMonth!

A new month brings new opportunities to innovate, build, grow and create impact.

As we step into this month and half of the year, we celebrate the entrepreneurs, innovators, researchers, and changemakers who continue to transform ideas into solutions that address real-world challenges.

May this #Budget month be filled with meaningful collaborations, bold innovations, growth opportunities, and milestones worth celebrating.

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According to the final report of the National Population and Housing Census by the Uganda Bureau of Statistics, 184,991 people in Uganda live with communication or speech impairments.

@TUWAYEAI bridges this gap by leveraging artificial intelligence to make speech therapy more affordable and scalable. Through AI-powered assessments, personalized daily exercises, and remote support, the platform delivers continuous, guided practice directly to users especially in underserved communities where access to specialists is limited.

By breaking down these barriers, Tuwaye AI empowers individuals to build confidence, communicate more effectively, and fully participate in education, work, and social life.

Get Intouch via [email protected]

#MIICStartups #StartupHatch

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Transforming agriculture through climate-smart innovation!

@viridigrowth Limited is developing Agro Sap, a biodegradable superabsorbent material that improves soil water retention. Applied during planting, it absorbs and stores rainwater within the root zone, helping maintain soil moisture for longer and reducing water loss, especially in sandy soils.

The team continues to make remarkable milestones:
• Selected among the top 5 pioneers in Cohort IV of the Climate Smart Jobs Program
• Crowned National Champions of the Hult Prize Competition and set to represent Uganda at the international stage in London later this year

Viridi Growth is demonstrating how innovation can address real climate challenges facing farmers.

#MIICStartups #GraduateInnovationProgram

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Join us for the Ecosystem & Alumni Exchange – Investment Edition!

The event will convene alumni founders, startups, investors, and ecosystem partners to foster meaningful conversations, strengthen investment networks, and explore opportunities for collaboration within Uganda’s innovation ecosystem.

📅 Date: Friday, 26th June 2026
⏰ Time: 3:00 PM – 6:30 PM
📍 Venue: Fairway Hotel

🔗 Register here: https://t.co/Zt8K7jcFa3

#InnovateWithUS

[Makerere Innovation & Incubation Center @miic_ug]

Happy Eid al-Adha Mubarak 🌙

May this Eid bring peace, sacrifice, and blessings to you and your loved ones. Wishing you moments of gratitude, joy, and togetherness today and always.

#EidAlAdhaMubarak

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We officially onboarded the 20 selected startups joining the #StartupHatch 1.0 Program.

The session marked the beginning of an exciting journey of innovation, growth, and building impactful solutions.

The startups were introduced to program roadmap, expected deliverables and milestones.

We wish all startups the best as they embark on this transformative experience. 🌟

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Building impactful startups requires the right expertise and support.

We held a Training of Trainers (TOT) and onboarding of Business Development Support (BDS) experts who will be working closely with startups in the Startup Hatch 1.0 Program.

The experts will provide hands-on support in:
• MVP Development & Team foundation
• Market & Customer Development
• Business Modeling & operations
• Legal & Compliance

This collaboration is designed to equip startups with the knowledge, guidance, and strategic support needed to refine their solutions, strengthen their business foundations, and accelerate growth.

We are excited about the journey ahead and the impact these startups will create.

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[Makerere Innovation & Incubation Center @miic_ug]

#ThrowBackThursday 🚀

What an incredible journey! The Innovation Sprint Demo Day brought together over 100+ attendees including 16 teams, mentors, partners, and the innovation community to celebrate a massive milestone.

This demo day was the culmination of the Automatic Speech Recognition (ASR) program. What started as ideas evolved into functional prototypes including AI models, applications, and research specifically designed to address challenges faced by people with speech impairments.

5 teams secured funding:
• Audiva – USD 1,500
• Team Trevor – USD 1,000
• Voxsign – USD 1,000
• Tuwaye – USD 750
• Wulira – USD 750

This initiative is co-funded by https://t.co/BMXfXzjoyA and part of #AT2030Programme led by UCL’s @GDIHub and Centre for Digital Language Inclusion (CDLI), in collaboration with @senses_hub and @miic_ug.

A heartfelt thank you to all participants, mentors, partners, and supporters who contributed to making this journey and Demo Day a success👏

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An out look of Innovation Trends Defining 2026!

The global innovation landscape is entering a new phase, one no longer driven by experimentation alone, but by measurable impact, scalability, and strategic value. Technologies once viewed as futuristic concepts are now actively reshaping industries, redefining competitiveness, and unlocking new economic opportunities.

Read more: https://t.co/nDT1S7eYpl

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To the entire @Makerere student community, we wish you success as you begin your examinations. May your hard work, preparation and resilience yield great results.

To our student innovators, keep pushing boundaries and pursuing excellence both in academics and innovation. We are proud of your dedication, creativity, and commitment to building solutions that create impact.

Wishing you clarity, confidence, and success in every paper.

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[Makerere Innovation & Incubation Center @miic_ug]

#HappyBirthday to our Hub Coordination Associate @lumy_andrew1

Wishing you a wonderful day filled with joy, good health, and happiness.
May this new year bring you even greater success, growth, and fulfillment both professionally and personally!

Enjoy your special day🎂